EIAeljárások

EIAeljárások refers to the environmental impact assessment procedures in Hungary. These procedures are a crucial part of the permitting process for certain projects that may have significant environmental consequences. The legal framework for these procedures is primarily established by Act LIII of 1995 on Environmental Protection.

The main goal of EIAeljárások is to identify, predict, and evaluate the potential environmental impacts of a proposed development before a decision is made on whether to proceed. This allows for the consideration of alternatives, the implementation of mitigation measures to reduce negative impacts, and the public's right to participate in the decision-making process.

The process typically involves several stages. First, a notification is submitted to the relevant authorities, which then determine whether a full environmental impact assessment is required based on the nature and scale of the project. If an assessment is deemed necessary, the developer prepares an environmental impact statement. This document details the project, analyzes potential impacts on various environmental components such as air, water, soil, biodiversity, and cultural heritage, and proposes measures to avoid, reduce, or compensate for these impacts.

Following the submission of the environmental impact statement, a public consultation period is held, allowing affected parties and the general public to review the document and submit their comments and opinions. These feedback mechanisms are then considered by the environmental authority when issuing its opinion. Finally, the competent authority for the project's permit incorporates the environmental considerations and the EIA opinion into its final decision. The EIAeljárások aim to ensure that development decisions are made in an environmentally conscious manner, promoting sustainable development.